Fearing Trump ICE raids, these 2 major American cities have canceled Cinco de Mayo parades

Some Latino heritage events canceled amid immigration fears. Why this one is moving forward in Portland

Organizers of events celebrating Latino heritage are diverging in plans to proceed amid concerns of immigration enforcement by the Trump administration.

Chicago cancels Cinco de Mayo parade over fears of ICE deportations

This week, organizers of Chicago's annual Cinco de Mayo parade canceled festivities over concerns about deportations by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). "Our people are scared," said Hector Escobar, president of the Casa Puebla and Cermak Road Chamber of Commerce. Unfortunately, the fears of Chicago's Mexican community may be warranted. In the first 50 days of President Donald Trump's second administration, ICE boasted 32,809 arrests, …

Cinco de Mayo Events Across America Are Getting the Axe Over ‘Very Real Concerns and Fears’ of ICE Raids

Other celebrations are moving forward but are expecting much smaller crowds.

Sanctuary City Cancels Cinco de Mayo Parade Over Deportation Fears: What's the Real Story?

Chicago’s Cinco de Mayo parade has been cancelled yet again, this time with organizers blaming fear of ICE raids. But the real reasons may run deeper, involving crime, political clashes, and years of instability. Key Facts: The Cinco de Mayo parade in Chicago was cancelled over fears of potential ICE activity targeting illegal immigrants. Organizers cited safety concerns and declining sponsorship as key reasons for calling off the event. The ev…

ICE's growing SC presence threatens to undo trust between police and state's Latino residents

As more sheriff's offices in the state join ICE's enforcement program, community leaders are concerned about hard-won relationships between local police and Latino residents fracturing.

The Reason Why Chicago Canceled Their Cinco de Mayo Parade Is Hilarious